Year-end bonuses: Champagne will have to wait to celebrate
Each end of year is traditionally marked by a palpable excitement, mixing the thrill linked to festivities and the anticipation of year-end bonuses, essential symbols of a reward for the work accomplished. However, in 2026, this tradition is largely disrupted in the champagne sector, a world usually synonymous with celebration and excellence. Faced with a […]
Champagne invites itself to the table: rediscover bubbles beyond the aperitif
Champagne, the essential symbol of celebrations, is no longer limited to aperitifs or festive moments. Far from being confined to a simple palate cleanser role, it now takes a central place in contemporary gastronomy, joining the table to accompany a broader range of dishes with subtlety and refinement. This evolution, marked by a renewed approach […]
What are the reasons behind the fall in wine and champagne prices?
For several years, the wine and champagne market has been experiencing an unexpected dynamic marked by a significant drop in prices. This complex phenomenon, which shakes the entire wine sector, results from a combination of economic, climatic, and societal factors. Increasing overproduction, fluctuations in global demand, and changes in consumption habits play an essential role […]
Pascaline Lepeltier, sommelier: “Champagne, an invitation to philosophical reflection”
In today’s world of oenology, few can blend with such brilliance the technical rigor of the sommelier profession and the depth of philosophical reflection. Pascaline Lepeltier, an emblematic and inspiring figure, perfectly embodies this subtle union. Based in New York, where she works at the highly reputed Chambers restaurant, she represents a new generation of […]
BFM Eco: Fine wines and champagne — What are the reasons behind the price drop? – 12/26
The market for fine wines and champagne, traditionally perceived as a stable or even bullish sector, has been experiencing a disrupted trend for several months with a notable price drop. According to BFM Éco, this trend marks a significant break in the wine economy and raises many questions regarding the underlying reasons. Whether it concerns […]
The Champagne Minute 2025: Canard-Duchêne reveals all the finesse of its Pinot Noir
For more than a century, the Canard-Duchêne house has stood as an iconic figure of Champagne, with a rich history blending tradition, innovation, and passion for Pinot Noir. In this decade of the 2020s, and particularly in 2025, the brand reaffirms its heritage while adapting to the ecological shift and contemporary market expectations. The new […]
Champagne: sommeliers explain why the flute is not the best choice
For special occasions, champagne embodies elegance and celebration, often served in the traditional flute. This slender glass is inseparable from the festive image that accompanies the opening of the bottle, with its bubbles rising in a stream to the top. However, this aesthetic and customary choice is questioned by renowned sommeliers in 2025, who warn […]
The Ultras of the A64 are preparing an unexpected Christmas with foie gras and champagne… under the highway bridge
For already ten days, a group of farmers named the Ultras of the A64 have transformed a section of the highway near Carbonne, in Haute-Garonne, into an unusual camp where social tension and Christmas festivities mingle. As the winter weather makes its appearance, discussions with public authorities remain at a standstill, but this does not […]
classic champagnes to enhance your Christmas and New Year celebrations
Year-end celebrations are always anticipated as a special moment where elegance and conviviality take precedence over everyday life. Champagne, that sparkling and festive nectar, remains one of the essential pillars to enhance shared moments during Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. In 2025, the choice of classic champagnes proves crucial to accompany the festivities with refinement […]
Discover the alternatives to Champagne selected by Olivier Deygas at La Cave du Marquis in Anneyron
As the year-end holidays and moments of celebration approach, the search for alternatives to Champagne becomes a necessity for many consumers, especially in the face of persistent inflation. Olivier Deygas, a renowned wine merchant from La Cave du Marquis in Anneyron, offers a carefully curated selection of sparkling wines from independent winemakers, combining finesse, quality, […]